NFL Week 9 preview highlights key matchups and team performances

The NFL season reaches its halfway point in Week 9, with the Kansas City Chiefs remaining undefeated at 7-0. The Washington Commanders are surprising many at 6-2, while the New York Jets struggle at 2-6 after losing five straight games. The Jets face the Houston Texans on Thursday, hoping to avoid a sixth loss. Meanwhile, the Commanders will play the New York Giants, aiming to build on their recent success. The Giants lost to Washington earlier this season. In other key matchups, the Miami Dolphins take on the Buffalo Bills, and the Green Bay Packers host the Detroit Lions. The week concludes with a Monday night rematch of Super Bowl 55 between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Chiefs.